Riverside Park
Key Takeaway
Riverside Park is classified as low hazard in Minnesota. It was completed in 1930 and is 96 years old. Its primary use is water supply.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 8 ft (taller than 16.2% in MN) |
| Dam Length | 100 ft |
| Dam Type | Rockfill |
| Max Storage | 150 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 100 acre-ft |
| Drainage Area | 29,730 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 1,700 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1930 (96 years old) |
| NID ID | MN00550 |
Safety Information
No probable loss of human life and low economic/environmental losses expected.
Hazard potential describes downstream consequences of failure, not the dam's current condition. What does this mean?
Ownership
City of Grand Forks, ND
Local Government
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What is the hazard classification of Riverside Park?
Riverside Park is classified as Low Hazard. No probable loss of human life and low economic/environmental losses expected. This classification refers to the potential downstream consequences of a failure, not the dam's current structural condition.
Who owns and operates Riverside Park?
Riverside Park is owned by City of Grand Forks, ND (Local Government). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Riverside Park built?
Riverside Park was completed in 1930, making it 96 years old. Many U.S. dams were built between the 1930s and 1970s during a period of major infrastructure investment.
What is the primary purpose of Riverside Park?
Riverside Park serves the following purposes: Water Supply. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.
How tall is Riverside Park?
Riverside Park has a dam height of 8 ft. Dam height is measured from the natural streambed at the downstream toe to the top of the dam, and may differ from the visible height.
When was Riverside Park last inspected?
Riverside Park was last inspected on May 20, 2008. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.